La influencia de la lengua kichwa en la adquisición del inglés como lengua extranjera: un estudio de caso de estudiantes otavaleños de la Unidad Educativa San Luis

Abstract

This study focuses on examining the influence of the Kichwa language in the acquisition of English as a foreign language by Otavaleño students at Unidad Educativa San Luis. It recognizes that linguistic influence, in this case, from Kichwa, plays a crucial role in the process of learning a second language. The research findings suggest that this influence can manifest both at a linguistic and cultural level. The analysis is based on the idea that culture and context influence how individuals acquire a new language. Students are affected by their own cultural and linguistic experiences, which can influence their pronunciation, grammatical structures, and word choices in English. The research also addresses the importance of considering cultural and linguistic differences when teaching English as a foreign language, which involves adapting teaching methods to address these influences. In summary, this study sheds light on how the Kichwa language and culture can play a role in the acquisition of English as a foreign language in the context of Otavaleño students at Unidad Educativa San Luis, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing these influences in the educational process.